Papis Cafe in Tampa

Last inspected:

2203 N. Lois Ave G100, Tampa, FL 33607
Overview

Papis Cafe 1 in Tampa has averaged 6.0 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has recorded no emergency closures. High-priority violations have been persistent, with employee health reporting cited in 5 of the past 8 inspections and proper hand and arm washing violations appearing in 6 of the past 8 inspections. Employee health policy violations were cited in 4 inspections between 2023 and 2024. Fire safety violations were documented on three occasions: improper propane tank storage inside the building on July 21, 2025; cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed on February 3, 2025; and the same hood suppression deficiency on August 17, 2016. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 identified 9 violations including three high-priority employee health reporting violations and multiple hand washing violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

25Inspections
147Violations
0Closures
4Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Papis Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.7 violations / inspection 5.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Papis Cafe in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. A 20 lbs propane tank stored in storage room next to office area.

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Sandwich press machine on prep table on service line
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-08-17: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryers and grill. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-10-19: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryers and grill.

Papis Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 5 inspections23 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Papis Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papis Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
Papis Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Papis Cafe in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Papis Cafe in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Time as control.
How many health inspections has Papis Cafe in Tampa had?
Papis Cafe in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Papis Cafe in Tampa find?
Papis Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 16, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Papis Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Papis Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has Papis Cafe in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Papis Cafe in Tampa has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Papis Cafe in Tampa operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Cfb Royal Cafe (2016-2016).

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